Find the perfect New Zealand hats for winter

New Zealanders love the summer, but what about the winter? When the cold weather comes and our heads get a little colder, where do we turn? Those train rides to work in the middle of July aren't much fun when you can't feel your ears because of the cold.

The answer lies in selecting the appropriate head wear.

What hats are best for winter?

Winter in the Southern Hemisphere is a little different to in the northern hemisphere. Here, it is genuinely less cold and not as uncomfortable.

That doesn't mean that you don't need to keep your head warm though! A good winter hat is a sound investment - particularly if it makes you look stylish as well.

The best winter hats are those which keep your head warm whilst minimising how much you sweat. Look for wool blends or, if you feel adventurous (and rich) a Marino.

Winter hats don't need to be dull

The winter months are drab but that doesn't mean you need to look dull! If you look at our friends in the northern hemisphere, you'll see that winter is the height of fashion - not the low!

Pick a Marino or wool flat cap that is stylish but practical and you can't go wrong. Don't like cheese cutter hats? Go for a woollen fedora or trilby instead.

The trick is to select a style of hat that truly works for you. If you really feel good in your winter hat, you will look good in it.

But what if you don't suit hats?

Well, I don't believe that I'm afraid. I hear it all the time, "I don't suit hats"; "it makes my ears look big" etc.

Well, with the right hat, that fits your style as well as your head, you will always look good. The reason some people don't look good wearing a hat is they are wearing the wrong hat!

The key thing is to try a few hats on and get a sense of what suits you best.
The problem with high street shops in NZ is that there isn't a large enough range of hats to choose from (or they are of the infuriating 'one size fits all' range which I hate).

If flat caps or cheese cutter hats are your thing, find a NZ hat shop that has more than two styles. If it's fedoras you like, then again, look for different shapes and sizes. There will be a hat that is right for you.

Of course, I would recommend you go to a certain online hat shop (hint hint) and avoid the high street altogether.

Buy your winter NZ hat online today

So, hop online and check out a few styles. Cheese cutter hats, fedoras, trilbies, you name it, you can find it online.

If you're thinking 'where can I buy a cool, stylish winter hat in New Zealand?', think 'online hat store.'

Happy shopping!

Prohibition Hats NZ market update

NZ's best premium urban hats & caps at your local Auckland market

We can't think of a better way for our customers to get their hands on the expert craftsmanship of our premium hats and caps. We're so excited to be getting into the wonderful Auckland Market circuit! They're such a great way for us to get out there and meet our customers and get amongst the thick of it.

Prohibition Hats NZ market calendar

Next Market: Saturday 25 May, Tamaki Drive Market

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The Winter flat cap and making new friends

The locals were loving our range of winter cheese cutters. Particularly sought after were our Brooklyn Flat Caps by Jaxon hats.  This is a great wool cheese cutter ideal for the colder weather but light enough that your head won't spontaneously combust during Autumn!

Lots of people were asking about our winter fedoras. Never fear! Our winter line of fedoras (and flat caps) will be in stock soon. We'll be sure to bring them along to our next market. (Sign up to our newsletter at www.prohibitionhats.co.nz/page/newsletteror like us at www.facebook.com/prohibitionhats to stay up to date.)

Essence of Europe market in Titirangi

The Essence of Europe market takes place every second Sunday at the War Memorial at Titirangi. Click here for a map. It's a great market for all the family selling everything from organic cheese to wood carvings and, of course, the best urban hats and caps in New Zealand! (It also has the best selection of sweet pastries in the Southern Hemisphere - a diabetic's nightmare but ooohhhh so good.)

We'd like to take our hats off to Ange for organising this great event for the local community. Whether you're European or just interested n something a little bit different, you'll love this market. Find them on https://www.facebook.com/essenceofeurope.events?fref=ts

Prohibition Hats NZ: Next market - Saturday 25th May, Tamaki Drive Market

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So, a big thank you to the Essence of Europe Market and the people of Titirangi and surrounding areas. Catch us at a market soon or go to www.prohibitionhats.co.nz to shop online.


Laurie TurnbullOwner/Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
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Goorin Bros Fedoras & Trilbys - Winter line

Latest winter fedoras from Goorin Bros

Shop online for the most stylish winter fedoras in NZ. Our range of Trilbys and fedoras are the perfect accessory for you winter wardrobe.

Shop online for our latest fedoras

Stay warm in a stylish wool trilby

The weather is definitely taking a turn for the colder. Keep your head warm in a Prohibition Hats NZ fedora or trilby. We have a great range of wool fedoras that are guaranteed to finish off any outfit and keep you warm.

Shop online for winter fedoras

Best range of Goorin Bros fedoras in New Zealand

Prohibition Hats NZ's winter Fedoras by Goorin Bros are the lowest prices in New Zealand. Our fedoras and trilbies start from just $99.95 with free national shipping when you buy 2 order hats in one order.

And with our no hassle returns, you can buy hats online with no worries.

Make a statement with a Prohibition Hats NZ winter fedora.

Laurie Turnbull
Owner/Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
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Winter hats: essential fashion for the urban Kiwi

Winter hats: essential fashion for the urban Kiwi

Hat fashion trends for 2013

Wide brim hats like fedoras are hugely in the at the moment. The classic shape is timeless. Walk down Queen Street and you'll see an abundance of guys (and girls) sporting Indiana Jones' hallmark. Tip - add a design flourish like a textured satin band or a feather to give it a lift. Choose wool and felt materials for winter hats as they offer the most maximum warmth. They're also super stylish: great for office attire.

Beanies are also a great winter hat option as they go with practically anything and come in wide range of shapes and materials. But if you want to keep the ears warm, there's nothing better than a bear trapper or wool bucket hat. Materials abound but wool, cashmere and acrylics are name of the game but keep those ears nice and cosy.

Shop online for great hat deals

As Autumn finally gives way to Winter, you're probably going to start thinking about where to shop for Winter hats. It isn't all that fun getting a head freeze on the walk to the train station, so a few warm hats is an essential part of your  winter wardrobe.

There are some great styles to choose from when you shop in the right boutique Stores. Most good stores will have a few wool or felt fedoras, typically in black or brown which are the most versatile tones. And it isn't hard to pick up a good beanie or knit hat (but make sure you don't go for the el cheapo option or it will fall apart way before Spring). The key thing is to make sure that your winter hats are well constructed, fit your head, your personality and your wallet.

Be kind to your head with a stylish winter hat from Prohibition Hats NZ

Laurie Turnbull
Owner / Founder
Prohibition Hats NZ
www.prohibitionhats.co.nz
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A hat for autumn

Hats fit on people of all shapes and sizes

"Chur bro." he says as he crashes down beside me. I give the kid a nod. But this kid isn't a kid at all. He's a six foot odd giant of a man sporting some pretty sweet looking Bose headphones clamped around a mean pinstripe flat cap. This is a man who takes his choice of head wear seriously.

And his music; which he clearly wants to share with the rest of the carriage. I can't quite place the band he's listening to but it sounds a bit like a cross between Shapeshifter and Slipnot.

He does look cool in that hat though. I smile as he acknowledges my Goorin Brothers Gingham Newsboy Hat from Prohibition Hats NZ. A fellow hat lover.

Soon cotton and straw hats will turn to wool

It's a pretty chilly morning and looking across the train carriage I can see people are starting to wrap up a little warmer than the previous few weeks of dry perfect NZ summer has demanded.

Straw hats and floppies are giving way to warmer head wear that sits a little lower on the brow. Cotton flat caps and baseball caps are taking more prominence. And in the coming weeks, cotton and straw will turn to wool and polyester as the Summer wardrobe is shelved for another year.

The perfect hat for Autumn

For many, the fighting Kiwi spirit prevails, and they bullishly hold on to their t shirt and baseball cap combo into Autumn (and often Winter). But just as many more will start thinking about keeping their heads a little warmer and their brains a little more insulated as they commute to work.

This requires a little bit of pre-meditated hat selection. Straws and paper hats are no good. Not enough insulation for that walk to the train station. Beanies or ear flaps - too hot. You'll be sweating through that hat before you know it.

The answer lies with the humble cotton hat or cap. A great material that is as breathable as it is warm. There are many styles to choose, from newsboy hats to cadet caps, flat caps to bucket hats.But, let's hope that the Summer holds out a little.

Laurie

Prohibition Hats NZ

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